Executive Summary:
This document is a notification from the Election Commission of India, publishing the list of contesting candidates for the by-election to the House of the People from the 06-Malappuram Parliamentary Constituency in the State of Kerala. It includes candidates from recognized National and State political parties, registered political parties, and independent candidates. The notification was issued on March 29, 2017.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Election Details:**
* By-election to the House of the People
* Constituency: 06-Malappuram Parliamentary Constituency
* State: Kerala
* **List of Contesting Candidates:**
* Includes the names, addresses, party affiliation, and symbol allotted to each candidate.
* Candidates are categorized into:
* Candidates of recognized National and State political parties.
* Candidates of registered Political Parties other than recognized National and State Political Parties.
* Other Candidates (Independent).
* A total of nine candidates are listed, including those from the Indian Union Muslim League, Communist Party of India (Marxist), Bharatiya Janata Party, and several independent candidates.
Impact Analysis:
Stakeholders Impacted:
* **Candidates:**
Impact: Listed as contesting candidates for the specified constituency, including their party affiliation and assigned symbol.
Action Required: Verify the accuracy of their information and prepare for the election.
* **Voters of the 06-Malappuram Parliamentary Constituency:**
Impact: Provided with a list of candidates to make informed decisions during the by-election.
Action Required: Review the list of candidates and their affiliations to cast their vote.
* **Election Commission of India:**
Impact: Responsible for conducting the election and ensuring transparency by publishing the list of contesting candidates.
Action Required: Oversee the by-election process and ensure compliance with election rules.
Key Entities Referenced
Election Commission of India: The organization responsible for conducting elections in India, issuing the notification.
Conduct of Election Rules, 1961: A set of rules governing the conduct of elections in India, referenced in the notification.
Malappuram Parliamentary Constituency: The parliamentary constituency in the State of Kerala where a by-election is being held.
Kerala: The state in India where the Malappuram Parliamentary Constituency is located.
Indian Union Muslim League: A recognized state political party in Kerala, one of whose candidates is contesting the by-election.
Communist Party of IndiaMarxist: A political party whose candidate is contesting the by-election.
Bharatiya Janata Party: A recognized national political party, one of whose candidates is contesting the by-election.
Amit Meena: The Returning Officer for the 6Malappuram Parliamentary Constituency, also the District Collector of Malappuram.